Eutaxic

/juːˈtæksɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or exhibiting eutaxy; having orderly, regular arrangement or structure in rocks or minerals.

Etymology

From Greek 'eu-' (well) + 'taxis' (order, arrangement) + '-ic'. Describes good ordering of crystalline or geological features.

Kelly Says

Eutaxic minerals reveal nature's love of order—their perfectly arranged atomic structures create the beautiful geometric crystals that collectors treasure.

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